Residence Clinical Manager

Youll be the most senior clinician on site and second in command for the whole village. Leading the daily operations and strategic direction of our purpose-built 72-bed Care Centre working alongside the Village Manager to ensure the best outcomes for our residents.

Our Cranbourne North village will be home to:

• 160 Independent Living Units
• 34 Serviced Apartments
• 72 Residential Aged Care beds
• 85 passionate staff

With residents already calling our ILUs home and our care centre soon to open youll have the rare opportunity to:

• Recruit and build your own high-performing team
• Establish clinical policies and procedures
• Set the cultural tone for care
• Welcome our first care centre residents into their new home

Youll be responsible for clinical leadership workforce planning compliance quality standards and shaping an exceptional resident experience from day one.

What youll be doing

• Lead and mentor a team of Registered Nurses Enrolled Nurses Carers and Lifestyle staff
• Drive a culture of clinical excellence compassion and resident-centred care
• Ensure compliance with Strengthened Aged Care Standards audits and regulatory bodies (DOH ACQSC)
• Partner with residents families and healthcare providers to deliver tailored holistic support
• Support the Village Manager in operational leadership and step in as second-in-command when needed
• Oversee incident responses quality improvement reporting (SIRS NQIP) and clinical risk management
• Deliver training and performance coaching for ongoing staff development
   

Qualifications :

What were looking for

Were seeking a passionate and experienced aged care professional who wants to shape the future of care.

Youll bring:

• Minimum 4 years experience in a similar leadership role (Facility Manager Residence Manager or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of the aged care sector including funding models and regulatory changes
• A commitment to delivering high-quality person-centred care
• Proven experience in leading clinical teams in residential care
• Confidence to manage both strategic and hands-on operations in a growing environment
• AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (essential)

Additional Information :

Why Summerset

Summerset is more than just aged care its a thriving community where people live life to the fullest. Were proud of our 25-year track record of innovation and success in New Zealand and were now expanding across Australia starting right here in Victoria.

When you join Summerset youll enjoy:

• The rare opportunity to build a care centre from the ground up
• Autonomy to shape your own team policies and resident experience
• Short-term incentive bonus (10% annually)
• Employee Share Scheme be part of our success
• Birthday leave because your wellbeing matters
• Ongoing professional development and real growth opportunities across Melbourne as we expand

Ready to build something incredible

If youre excited by the chance to shape aged care from the start and leave a lasting legacy wed love to hear from you. Applications close: Friday 17th October.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time